The problem? You don’t get exactly what you paid for (ex. P1000 Steam credits can cost P1.13k). Some places that sell codes charge even higher because they use the technology of another party that allows them to generate the codes. Steam cards that are sold don’t follow updated USD to PHP conversion rates (ex. $1= P50 vs $1=P48.37). We visited retail stores, asked around pc shops, researched online portals, and concluded that gamers end up paying up to 20% more than they get.

Everyone wants to get their money’s worth, but the only other option is a credit card. The issue is, credit cards aren’t an option for a lot of people. Your best alternative? Download the PayMaya app.

How we should buy Steam Credits: Use the PayMaya app

PayMaya is a free app that generates a virtual prepaid Visa card on your phone. All you have to do is download the app, load it up at PayMaya’s load-up partners, and you can use the PayMaya virtual card details to purchase games and in-game items from Steam. Spend P500, get 500 Steam Credits.

How to buy on Steam with PayMaya

1. Download the PayMaya app on Google Play (Android)or the App Store (iOS)

Important Reminder: Buying in-game items from the Community Steam Market has certain restrictions when you change your payment method. Note that buying games directly from the Steam Store is different from buying items on the Community Steam Market.

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About PayMaya

PayMaya Philippines, Inc. (formerly Smart eMoney, Inc.) is the pioneer in mobile money and payments and is a subsidiary of Voyager Innovations, the digital innovations company of PLDT and Smart.